District 2, Mississippi
District 2 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
District 2 is a geographic entity located in Hancock County, Mississippi. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 12,539. The land area covers 223.93 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,539 | ±1,314 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 36.6 yrs | ±2.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 5,299 | ±525 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 5,827 | ±500 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 5,299 | ±525 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 528 | ±189 |
| Median Home Value | $203,400 | ±$17,174 |
| Median Gross Rent | $882 | ±$116 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $63,386 | ±$9,616 |
| Per Capita Income | $31,764 | ±$2,937 |
| Poverty Rate | 14.6% | ±4.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,824 | ±567 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.4% | ±2.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 6,121 | ±965 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 82.2% | ±11.5% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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COUNTY OF HANCOCK
GUS Population: 46,492 (2024)
ID: 168568
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
854 HIGHWAY 90, STE A, BAY SAINT LOUIS MS 39520
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | Carriere, MS | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | Picayune, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | PASS CHRISTIAN, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Picayune, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Picayune, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Kiln, MS | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Kiln, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-13 | Kiln, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Kiln, MS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Kiln, MS |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Pearl River Community College
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College | 18.0 mi away | 101 Hwy 11 N, Poplarville, MS, 39470 |
6014031000
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KILN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.3 mi away | 17065 HIGHWAY 603, KILN, MS, 39556 |
(228) 255-1724
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Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
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College | 23.6 mi away | 51 Main Street, Perkinston, MS, 39573 |
8667351122
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MARGARET REED CROSBY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 13.5 mi away | 900 GOODYEAR BOULEVARD, PICAYUNE, MS, 39466 |
(601) 798-5081
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EAST HANCOCK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.0 mi away | 4545 SHEPHERD SQUARE, DIAMONDHEAD, MS, 39525 |
(228) 255-4800
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POPLARVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.8 mi away | 202 WEST BEERS STREET, POPLARVILLE, MS, 39470 |
(601) 795-8411
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BAY ST. LOUIS - HANCOCK COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 20.3 mi away | 312 HIGHWAY 90, BAY ST. LOUIS, MS, 39520 |
(228) 467-5282
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SAUCIER CHILDREN'S LIBRARY
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Library | 20.4 mi away | 24014 CHURCH AVENUE, SAUCIER, MS, 39574 |
(228) 539-4419
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WILLIAM AND DOLORES MAULDIN LIBRARY
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Library | 21.3 mi away | 25 MCHENRY SCHOOL DRIVE, MCHENRY, MS, 39561 |
(601) 528-9465
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WAVELAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.9 mi away | 345 COLEMAN AVENUE, WAVELAND, MS, 39576 |
(228) 467-9240
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at PICAYUNE, MS US, located 14.3 miles from District 2. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61.9° | 37.8° | 49.8° | 6.39" | 0.0" |
| February | 65.7° | 40.6° | 53.1° | 4.87" | 0.0" |
| March | 71.9° | 47.0° | 59.5° | 5.21" | 0.0" |
| April | 78.2° | 53.3° | 65.7° | 5.90" | 0.0" |
| May | 84.8° | 60.9° | 72.9° | 5.02" | 0.0" |
| June | 89.2° | 68.0° | 78.6° | 6.55" | 0.0" |
| July | 91.5° | 70.5° | 81.0° | 6.46" | 0.0" |
| August | 91.4° | 70.6° | 81.0° | 6.38" | 0.0" |
| September | 87.7° | 66.2° | 77.0° | 4.86" | 0.0" |
| October | 80.5° | 55.2° | 67.8° | 5.04" | 0.0" |
| November | 70.9° | 44.6° | 57.7° | 4.31" | 0.0" |
| December | 64.8° | 40.0° | 52.4° | 5.73" | 0.0" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hide-A-Way Lake CDP | CDP | 9.9 mi | — |
| Kiln CDP | CDP | 12.1 mi | — |
| Picayune city | City | 12.5 mi | — |
| Diamondhead city | City | 15.0 mi | — |
| Nicholson CDP | CDP | 15.0 mi | — |
| Poplarville city | City | 17.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2804590945. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.